Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora credits the club's recent surge to three core fundamentals fueling their AL East playoff push.

Boston Red Sox outfielder Jarren Duran reacts to manager Alex Cora limiting his playing time, while Boston's future stars in the outfield continue to make noise.

"I've been waiting for this moment since I was watching games with my mom in 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007," Rafaela said after his walk-off homer.

“I hope so,” the Red Sox manager told reporters when asked if Bregman could return in the upcoming week ( via MassLive’s Chris Cotillo ). He’s doing his rehab. I talked to him yesterday. A lot better, so we’re getting close.” In a follow-up, Cora was asked if Bregman’s return could come as soon as Monday. “Happy Fourth,” Cora replied with a smile.

Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora told “WEEI Afternoons” that rookie outfielder is “becoming a force” for his baseball team, confirming that the 21-year-old will make his debut in left field in their series finale against the Rockies.

Alex Cora talks about the Red Sox's offense, Roman Anthony, Richard Fitts' outing and more after a 9-3 win over the Rockies